2.1.3. External Power Supply Options
You must connect the Motor Supply to a bipolar power supply. Aerotech recommends that you use
an Aerotech TM3 transformer which can supply power to a maximum of four controllers (
As an alternative to a bipolar power supply, you can use two third-party power supplies but they
must obey these conditions (
).
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The output of each power supply must not be ground referenced.
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The output of each power supply must be specified to be used in positive or negative polarity.
The XL4s controller can source 10 A peak current to each motor. This current must be supplied by
the external power supply. A switching power supply must be rated for the peak current
requirement of the system because the switching power supply might shut down if it is overloaded.
Figure 2-3:
Third-Party Power Supply Connection
XL4s Hardware Manual
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